Hi @jason-art !
Did you know that there was a very active Derby Welsh Learner’s circle? Depending on which part of Staffordshire you live in, it could be an option for you?
It is run by @jonathansimcock and they’re an active group with lots going on. To find out about their latest events and activities, have a look at this site - http://derbywelshlearnerscircle.blogspot.com/
Also this group on Facdbook may be os use to you - Redirecting...
I believe the Derby Learners Group is no longer doing in person meetings, though there may be online meetings or perhaps something I’m not aware of - if anyone knows otherwise please correct me.
There is however an associated group in Belper which does both in person and online meetings.
Thank you Charlie for that update! 
Thank you very much, Catrin, for your help. I will follow up those leads.
Eek, ive just read some of your replies on this thread…Im.on lesson 2 of the first level… im wondering why my brain doesnt think like this? Im.just repeating and writing down…youve all frightened me to death…lol
Early on I felt like it would never go in and I think I was just atuning to the learning method and really soon after that it was clicking fast. Then another hump to get over at 12/13… I thought my brain was full but it was just adjusting to the change of pace… don’t lose heart 
keep going!! Now I am challenge 19 and starting to join chats which is hilarious but people are patient and many are struggling with the same things or the next things!! Lovely lot here 